1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4, 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |