1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
