1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 5 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 51 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1997 Mazda MPV 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 1997 Mazda MPV. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Seville | MPV |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |