1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |