2006 Acura RSX vs. 1985 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1985 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | Seville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
