1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (304 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Colorado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |