1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 14 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
