1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 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 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Eldorado | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
