1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Eldorado | Elise |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |