1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 18 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Indigo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |