1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 3 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 83 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 396 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |