1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Silverado |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4250 mm |