1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 27 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | Eldorado | Croma |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |