1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 101 L |
