1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 25 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, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Eldorado | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 228 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
