2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 312 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Seville Camaro
Year Released 2000 1971
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 5025 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 290 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm


 

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