1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 31 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2001 Chrysler Viper 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 2001 Chrysler Viper. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
