1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 38 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 209 kg more than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2946 mm |
