1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 37 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Malibu |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2738 mm |