1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 77 L |
