1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 601 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3378 mm |
