1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
