2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 814 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
