1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |