2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Saab Sonett II
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett II 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 226 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett II. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Saab Sonett II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Seville | Sonett II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
