1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
