1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 30 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, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 343 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Eldorado | ILX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 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 | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
