1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Because 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Pilot |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 77 L |