1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 47 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | I-350 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
