2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 876 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
