1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 788 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Cadillac Seville 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 1979 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Cadillac Seville 2006 Hyundai Getz
Make Cadillac Hyundai
Model Seville Getz
Year Released 1979 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1102 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2460 mm


 

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