1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 817 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750. 1984 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1961 Saab 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Saab 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | 750 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
