1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |