1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 27 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 542 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Almera, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Almera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
