1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 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 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
