1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (515 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 85 L |
