1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 19 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Element 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 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Element |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |