1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 406 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 70 L |
