1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
