1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | 109 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |