1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |