1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 163 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2604 mm |