1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Morris Traveller

To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris Traveller, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Cadillac Seville 1974 Morris Traveller
Make Cadillac Morris
Model Seville Traveller
Year Released 1976 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 70.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 82.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 858 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2380 mm


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]