1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 1989 Jaguar XJS. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XJS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
