1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Cadillac Seville. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1994 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Seville | 928 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |