1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 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 40 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
