1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, both 1982 Cadillac Eldorado and 1982 Renault 9 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 725 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Renault 9 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Eldorado | 9 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 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 | 1640 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |