1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 564 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 505 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |