2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Zastava 1500

To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 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 226 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 766 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Zastava 1500 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 1977 Zastava 1500. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1977 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1977 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Cadillac Seville 1977 Zastava 1500
Make Cadillac Zastava
Model Seville 1500
Year Released 2003 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 1480 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2430 mm