1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 507 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 Ford Explorer 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 2008 Ford Explorer. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
