1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
