1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville Cavalier
Year Released 1978 2003
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 2190 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 57 L


 

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