1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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 Proton Gen, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Seville | Gen |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |