1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
