1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 32 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 676 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | i30 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |