2002 Acura NSX vs. 1992 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 166 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1992 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Seville |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |