1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 57 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 761 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | i30 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
