1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 714 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
