2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
