1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 492 kg more than 1983 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Terracan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |