1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 29 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 817 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
