1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville 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 65 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa 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 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Seville | Previa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
