1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Fleetwood | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |