1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 814 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 65 L |
