1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 739 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Neon, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Neon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |