1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
