1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 523 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Cadillac Seville 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model Seville Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1986 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4127 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 129 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2790 mm