1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |