2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 267 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | LTD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |