1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB 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.
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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB 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 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Seville | KB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
