1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 33 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 36 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (161 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Eldorado | Breeze |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |