1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 583 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Express |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |