1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 516 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |
