1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Fleetwood | S-MX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |