1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 1970 AMC Gremlin and 1970 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 786 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin 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 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | AMC | Cadillac |
Model | Gremlin | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 710 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 109.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |