1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 830 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
