1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
