1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Fusion |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |