1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Cadillac Catera

To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera.

Because 2003 Cadillac Catera 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 2003 Cadillac Catera. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Cadillac Eldorado 2003 Cadillac Catera
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Eldorado Catera
Year Released 1980 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6030 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 143 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2940 mm


 

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