1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |