1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1980 Pontiac Firebird 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 1980 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Eldorado | Firebird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |