1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 17 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Seville | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |