1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1880 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 |