1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 Smart Fortwo 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Eldorado | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1867 mm |
