1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Proton Persona

To start off, 1994 Proton Persona 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 123 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 636 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1994 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Seville 1994 Proton Persona
Make Cadillac Proton
Model Seville Persona
Year Released 1992 1994
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2510 mm


 

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