1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 34 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
