1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Eldorado | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |