1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
