1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 20 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 15 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Sonata |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |