1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Seville | Equator |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |