1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 830 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
