1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 35 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Cadillac | Saab |
Model | Eldorado | 9-4X |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2807 mm |