1958 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Seville | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Seville | Korando |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4340 mm |
