2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Ballade |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |