1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Durango |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |