1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Eldorado | Lybra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |