1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac DeVille. (420 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
