1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 783 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X, 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Taurus X |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |