1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 33 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 639 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Traverse |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |