1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 486 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Seville | Capri |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
