1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 32 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | SRX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
