1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION 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 Saturn ION (141 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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 Saturn ION, 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 (304 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Seville | ION |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |