1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Corvette |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |