1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 29 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eldorado | CC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2708 mm |
