1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 22 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) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 230 Nm |
| 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 Length | 4850 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
