1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |