1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | DeVille | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
