1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 29 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |