1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 18 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
