1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 212 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Corvette |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |