1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Laser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
