1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 487 kg more than 1992 Rover 220.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 220. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Eldorado | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
