2001 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 404 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 1989 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | Seville |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |