1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Seville | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 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 Weight | 1890 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |