1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 443 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 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Durango |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 102 L |
