1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 45 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 160 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 549 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Venture |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 95 L |