1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 10 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 74 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 50 L |
