1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 26 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, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3170 mm |
