2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 436 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Seville | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |