2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 196 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 801 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 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 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |