1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 259 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Seville | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
