1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 542 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Acadia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |