1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Jetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 320 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2651 mm |