1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
