1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 133 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
