1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.

Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Brougham 2012 Nissan Livina
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Brougham Livina
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2610 mm