1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 309 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 79 L |