1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |