1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4020 mm |
