2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 747 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Isuzu 117 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 1970 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Seville | 117 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
