1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 707 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 76 L |
