1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 404 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
