1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
