1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 32 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Malibu |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 61 L |