1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 35 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 42 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 682 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Cadillac | Scion |
Model | Seville | xD |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |