1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart 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 99 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Seville | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
