1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville 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 97 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 516 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Seville | Capri |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |