1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon.
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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Canyon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |