1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 40 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
