1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
