1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 22 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |