1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 635 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
