1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 37 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Optima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
