1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 347 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
