1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 30 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) has 19 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 377 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 102 L |
