1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 42 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 138 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
