1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 502 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 590 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 102 L |