1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 349 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
