1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 664 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | CRX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
