1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 42 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) has 6 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 337 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Safari |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 582 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 | 2130 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |
