1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 613 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | NSX |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |