1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 147 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
