1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 876 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise 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 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Seville | Elise |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 36 L |
