2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 438 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac Escalade 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Escalade Eldorado
Year Released 2005 1974
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 8192 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 514 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 109.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 109.3 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2678 kg 2240 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 101 L


 

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