1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Vauxhall Victor 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Eldorado | Victor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |