1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 37 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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 (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Eldorado | ZDX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 79 L |