1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 64 L |
