1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1954 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Eldorado | Apollo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |