1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
