1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 687 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Canyon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3458 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |