1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2916 mm |
