1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
