1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
