1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
