1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro 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 94 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
