1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 27 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, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Sebring. (188 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
