1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 132 L |
