1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 215 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
