1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 775 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Seville 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville Silverado
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 129 HP 353 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2295 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3380 mm


 

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