1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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 110 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
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1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3300 mm |