1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 504 kg more than 1976 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Maverick 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 1976 Ford Maverick. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Maverick |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |