1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 36 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | SRX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| 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 | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 79 L |
