1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 123 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 676 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Opel Ascona 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 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |