1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
Because 1993 Porsche 993 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 1993 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 993 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |