1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 1994 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Laurel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |