1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 19 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 69 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 1977 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 1977 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 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 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Seville | 400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |