1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 21 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3050 mm |