1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | LTD |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
