1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 346 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3032 mm |
