1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 29 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 164 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.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Sharan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2919 mm |