1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Elise. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Elise |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 86 L |
