1982 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 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, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Cadillac | Smart |
| Model | Eldorado | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
