1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3280 mm |
