1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 378 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 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 99 L |