1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
