1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3110 mm |