1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seville | Bravada |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |