1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 27 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Tata Safari 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | Eldorado | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
