1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Camry |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 372 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |