1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Cadillac STS

To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.

Because 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 2008 Cadillac STS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Seville STS
Year Released 1978 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 369 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 64 L


 

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