1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Honda Integra
To start off, 2000 Honda Integra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Honda Integra. (143 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 691 kg more than 2000 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Cadillac Seville 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 1979 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Integra, 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. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
