1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 672 kg more than 1977 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Expedition |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 476 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 106 L |