1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 642 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |