1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 903 kg more than 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
