1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 27 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | ATS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
