1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 898 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Delta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
