1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 224 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | Sharan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2919 mm |