1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Tundra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3270 mm |