1973 Cadillac Calais vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Calais | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Calais | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
