1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
