1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
