1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville 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) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
