1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 248 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Durango |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 102 L |