1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 25 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Rover 75 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | Eldorado | 75 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |