1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 11 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR 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 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XJR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
