1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 18 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |