1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 42 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Azera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2845 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
