1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 10 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, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 144 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 2002 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 2002 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Seville | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
