1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 925 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Micra 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 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Micra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
