1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3130 mm |
