1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 168 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2012 Infiniti FX. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Eldorado | FX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |