1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Seville | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
