1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | DeVille | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
