1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 237 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (710 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
