1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 104 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |
