1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 72 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2172 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3042 mm |
