1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tipper has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tipper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2607 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
