1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | CR-V |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |