1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 20 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 543 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Because 1999 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lincoln |
| Model | Eldorado | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
