1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | Discovery |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |