1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Touran |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |