1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 32 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, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 793 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Edge | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Edge |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |