1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Ford Monarch

To start off, both 1979 Cadillac Seville and 1979 Ford Monarch were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Ford Monarch.

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 1979 Ford Monarch
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Seville Monarch
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 4122 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 169 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2800 mm


 

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