1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 468 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | Freelander |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |