1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
