1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 11 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 77 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
