1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 965 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | S600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
