1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Today |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
