1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 34 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, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Acura RL.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Seville | RL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
