1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 19 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
Model | Eldorado | Talon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |