1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | Eldorado | TR7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |