1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo 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 100 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 446 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
