1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
