1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
