1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Dodge Viper 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 1998 Dodge Viper. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Viper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
