1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 303 kg more than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Yukon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |