1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 529 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude. 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
