1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1965 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 1965 Toyota Crown
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Seville Crown
Year Released 1978 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1897 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 80 HP
Torque 365 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2700 mm


 

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