1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Nissan Violet

To start off, both 1978 Cadillac Seville and 1978 Nissan Violet were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 915 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 1978 Nissan Violet
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Seville Violet
Year Released 1978 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2410 mm


 

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