1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 472 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
