1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 229 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
