1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Suburban |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |