1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Seville | Element |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |