1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace.
Because 1960 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
