1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Lotus Excel

To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 519 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.

Because 1985 Lotus Excel 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 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Eldorado 1985 Lotus Excel
Make Cadillac Lotus
Model Eldorado Excel
Year Released 1987 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4080 cc 2174 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2490 mm