1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 885 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord, 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |