1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 562 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
