1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 100 L |
