1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 23 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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, 1999 Proton 400, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Proton |
| Model | Seville | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
