1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Seville.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1. 1981 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | H1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |