1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,550 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
