1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 19 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 62 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 1980 Reliant GTC. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant GTC. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
Model | Eldorado | GTC |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |