1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 674 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Horizon. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Seville | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
