2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 356 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
