1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 478 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Ascona 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 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
