1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
