1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 225 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 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Lexus RX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Seville | RX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 840 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |