1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 28 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Seville. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 444 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Sonata |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |