1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 492 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Forte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
