1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3350 mm |
