1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Charger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 68 L |