2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 801 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
