1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP) has 0 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
