2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
