1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Acura TSX
To start off, 2010 Acura TSX is newer by 33 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, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
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, 2010 Acura TSX, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2010 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | TSX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
