1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |