1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 34 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Antara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
