1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 485 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
