1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 25 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Magna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
