1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado
In comparing the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 1997 Cadillac Eldorado has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado Pricing
A used 1997 Chevrolet Corvette ranges from $10,495 to $21,795 while a used 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is priced between $2,930 to $26,222.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette’s base engine makes 340 horsepower, and the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado base engine makes 275 horsepower. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The Eldorado is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the 1997 Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1997 Cadillac Eldorado the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1997 Chevrolet Corvette and 1997 Cadillac Eldorado are comparable in regards to front head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10495 - 21795
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2930 - 26222
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Eldorado Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac Eldorado Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Base
1997 Cadillac Eldorado Trim Levels
Base, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.106 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3218 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
47.7 inches
Length:
179.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3821 lbs
Width:
75.5 inches
Height:
53.6 inches
Length:
200.2 inches
Wheelbase:
108 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available