1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Porsche 924 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 924 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 61 L |
