1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 13 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Infiniti Q45 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 1995 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Eldorado | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
