1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
