2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 452 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |