1996 Acura Integra vs. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | Integra | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
