1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 27 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Seville | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
