1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 24 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (514 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
