1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
