1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 6 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |