1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai

To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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 2011 Nissan Qashqai
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Seville Qashqai
Year Released 1977 2011
Body Type Sedan Crossover
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 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 65 L


 

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