1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 39 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, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 236 kg more than 2012 Kia Sedona.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sedona |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |