1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 983 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |
