1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Civic |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
