1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 4 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 503 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1997 Dodge Sidewinder 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 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Sidewinder |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 8000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |