1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Eldorado | 928 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4078 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |