1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Stratus. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
