1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 15 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
