1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2012 Proton Savvy is newer by 33 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) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 945 kg more than 2012 Proton Savvy. 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, 2012 Proton Savvy, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Proton Savvy | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Seville | Savvy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 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 | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |