2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 129 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 231 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2930 mm |