1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Blazer |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |