1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 286 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Jetta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2651 mm |