1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 19 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 418 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4219 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
