1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 597 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Rio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 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 | 1690 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |