1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 128 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1993 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, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Seville 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model Seville Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1987 1993
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 3963 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 190 HP
Torque 271 Nm 305 Nm
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86.6 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 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2700 mm


 

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