1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Eldorado | 7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
