1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 965 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Eldorado | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2547 mm |
