1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Uplander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |