1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 23 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, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 271 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
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, 2000 Chrysler LHS, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Chrysler LHS | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | LHS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |