2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
