1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (380 Nm). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Seville | SS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
