1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (141 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |