1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 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 227 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Opel Vectra. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
