1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 32 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 153 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Seville | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
