1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
