1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 52 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 191 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 819 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Stream |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |