1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 654 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Tracker |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |