1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4080 mm |
