1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 20 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 249 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 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Captiva |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |