1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Seville | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
