1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
