1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra 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 80 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Lancia Dedra. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Dedra. (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
