1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 825 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |