1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 966 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.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |