1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 33 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Carens |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |