1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 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 104 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Eldorado | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
