1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 37 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Element |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
