1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
