1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
