1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 648 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | Freelander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 433 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |