1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 23 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 678 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Extreme EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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 | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
