1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Montero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
