1990 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Accord | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Accord | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
