1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 8 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 604 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 924 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
