1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Honda S600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | S600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |