1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 227 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Verada |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |