1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3650 mm |
