1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Eldorado | Trooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |