1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 35 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 791 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | DART |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2703 mm |
