1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Focus

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 2008 Ford Focus
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Seville Focus
Year Released 1992 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 193 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 53 L