2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 856 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1976 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | Seville | 1200 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |