1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |