1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Commodore 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 1986 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
