1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Dakota |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |