1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe

To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe 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 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.

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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model Seville R Coupe
Year Released 1978 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 525 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2900 mm


 

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