1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 40 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, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey.
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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Journey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |
