1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Mini |
Model | Seville | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |