1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Capa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
