1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 28 kg more than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Transporter |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |