1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 535 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 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Cadillac Seville 2008 GMC Acadia
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Seville Acadia
Year Released 1976 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 83 L


 

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