1996 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 860 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 1996 Acura NSX 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 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3210 mm |