1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
