1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 483 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.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |