1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3650 mm |
