1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Ram |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |