1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Seville | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
