1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Chevrolet Citation
To start off, both 1980 Cadillac Seville and 1980 Chevrolet Citation were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Citation.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1980 Chevrolet Citation has manual transmission. 1980 Chevrolet Citation will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Chevrolet Citation | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Citation |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
