1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 22 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, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | I |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
