1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |