1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |
