1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 23 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Eldorado | Sharan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |