1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 28 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Cadillac Seville 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Seville Pathfinder
Year Released 1976 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 80 L