1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 36 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Seville | Blazer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |