2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 977 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 309. 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 Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 309. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 309 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
