1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira.
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 Opel Zafira, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
