1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 875 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Canyon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |