1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy 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 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
