1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |