1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
