1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
