1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 35 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber, 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 51 L |
