1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Eagle Vision
To start off, 2003 Eagle Vision is newer by 25 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, 2003 Eagle Vision (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Vision should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Eagle Vision.
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, 2003 Eagle Vision, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Eagle Vision | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | Seville | Vision |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
