1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Pilot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |