1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Escort |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |