1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2010 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Opel Zafira. (238 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Zafira.

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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Zafira. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Zafira. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Cadillac Seville 2010 Opel Zafira
Make Cadillac Opel
Model Seville Zafira
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4563 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 58 L


 

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