1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 31 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, 2009 Lincoln MKX (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
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, 2009 Lincoln MKX, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKX. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
Model | Seville | MKX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 Weight | 1890 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |