1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 6 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Rover P5B 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 1973 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | P5B |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |