1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 33 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, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Lexus GX.
Because 2008 Lexus GX 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, 2008 Lexus GX 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Eldorado | GX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
