1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | GTV | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
