1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 18 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
