1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 11 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 10 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825i. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | 825i |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
