1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 24 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
Because 2003 Ford Model U 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, 2003 Ford Model U 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Ford Model U | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Model U |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
