1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Lincoln Sentinel
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Sentinel is newer by 18 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Sentinel is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 181 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Sentinel.
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 | 1996 Lincoln Sentinel | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | Sentinel |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1709 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |