1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 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 | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
