2001 Acura RSX vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 304 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RSX | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | RSX | Seville |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |