1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 31 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Eldorado | H2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3130 mm |
