1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 426 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 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |