1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
