1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 34 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, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 GMC Savana.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Savana |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 117 L |