1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Blazer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |