1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. 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 (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |