1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 12 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 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 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Eldorado | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
