2005 Acura CL vs. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Eldorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 710 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 109.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |