1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 840 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1992 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1992 Suzuki Swift will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Cadillac Seville 1992 Suzuki Swift
Make Cadillac Suzuki
Model Seville Swift
Year Released 1984 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4080 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2370 mm


 

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