2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 779 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
