1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 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 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 86 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
