1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |