1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Canyon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |