1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
