1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (307 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Eldorado | Azera |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |