1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Achieva |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |