1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 28 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, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Element |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |