1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Seville | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
