1978 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2004 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Seville |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |