1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 52 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 207 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Korando |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
