1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 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 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1983 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude, 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 (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Prelude |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 61 L |