1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 699 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Scion xD, 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Seville | xD |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2461 mm |
