1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1989 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| 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 | 180 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91.1 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 Length | 5700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
