1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Eldorado | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |