1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 24 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1770 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Eldorado | 21 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 100 L |
