1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 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 159 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
