2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 810 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (407 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Seville | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
