1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
