2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 157 kg more than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |