1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 612 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Seville | Elantra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |