2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
