1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 910 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | Altea |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
