1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 542 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Riley 4 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 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | Eldorado | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |