1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza 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 (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. 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 (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Stanza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |