1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 30 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Acura CSX. 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, 2006 Acura CSX, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura CSX. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura CSX 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 | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | CSX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
