1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana 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 104 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 526 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Santana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
