1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |
