1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Expedition |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |