1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
| Model | Eldorado | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
