1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Eldorado | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 61 L |
