1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 28 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
