1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Megane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
