1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Eldorado | Excel |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 31 L |