2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Seville. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |