2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 944 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seville | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
