1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 26 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Because 1979 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Seville | Neon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |