1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Note, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Note |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 46 L |