1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 14 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
