1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Seville | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2613 mm |
