1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |