1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |