1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |