1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
