1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Dakota |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |