1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 12 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Eldorado | 405 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
