1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 38 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 777 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2604 mm |