1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino

To start off, both 1980 Cadillac Seville and 1980 Chevrolet El Camino were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Cadillac Seville 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville El Camino
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6030 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 143 HP 135 HP
Torque 365 Nm 271 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2980 mm


 

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