1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
