1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |