1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 48 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Because 1962 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 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Pilot |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |