1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Durango |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
