1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 781 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. 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, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Eldorado | Exige |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4078 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2299 mm |