2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | Seville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |