1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Because 1978 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Compass 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 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Seville | Compass |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |