1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Ascender (275 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 82 L |
