1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3040 mm |
