2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 569 kg more than 1994 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Prelude. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |