1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado 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 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. 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 (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Capri |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
