1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 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 98 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 995 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | S600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |