1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 274 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
