1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |