1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Pajero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |