1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | 75 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
