1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Silverado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3380 mm |