1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 21 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 (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. 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 (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1997 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1997 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Eldorado | Voyager |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2880 mm |