1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 29 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 312 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XF |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2909 mm |
