1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Acura RL.
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, 1998 Acura RL, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Acura RL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Seville | RL |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |