2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 588 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda 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 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2002 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | NSX |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |