1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, both vehicles can yield 393 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
