1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Chrysler ES
To start off, 1990 Chrysler ES is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 745 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler ES, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Chrysler ES | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | ES |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |