1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 32 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 383 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 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Eldorado | ZDX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2174 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1596 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |