1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 20 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, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Tatra T700.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Seville | T700 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3140 mm |
