1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 38 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 794 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 55 L |
