1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Cadillac Eldorado 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Eldorado Orlando
Year Released 1974 2011
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8192 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 198 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 514 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 109.3 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2760 mm


 

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