1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 9 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 8 more horse power than 1987 TVR S. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 TVR S. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 TVR S has manual transmission. 1987 TVR S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1987 TVR S | |
Make | Cadillac | TVR |
Model | Seville | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |