1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | Newport |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |