1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 4 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, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
