1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 855 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fleetwood (679 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Fleetwood | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |