1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 27 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
