1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
