1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
