1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
