1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eldorado | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
