1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
