1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 43 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 133 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Acadia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |