1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Eldorado | 964 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
