1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | 88 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
