1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 25 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Eldorado | X-Type |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |