1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Eldorado | 505 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |