1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 50 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 173 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Eldorado | Vue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
