1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Chrysler Concorde | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Eldorado | Concorde |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |