1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 33 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, 2013 Acura TSX (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 146 kg more than 2013 Acura TSX.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Eldorado | TSX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2708 mm |
