1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 285 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Commander. (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
Model | Eldorado | Commander |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |