1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 35 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, 2005 Lexus RX (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
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) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | RX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
