1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Eldorado | 406 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |