1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 127 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Seville | RL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |