1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Insight |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |