1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |