1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 976 kg more than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Eldorado | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
