1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 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, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3210 mm |
