1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon 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 217 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Simca 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1978 Simca Horizon has manual transmission. 1978 Simca Horizon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Seville | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
