1998 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1998 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1981 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Seville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
