1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Rio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
