1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 521 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4010 mm |