1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1970 Cadillac Eldorado and 1970 Peugeot 404 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 166 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Peugeot 404 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 Peugeot 404. 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.
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1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Eldorado | 404 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |