1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 26 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 (365 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
