1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |