1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Eldorado | Suburban |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |