1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2001 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 106 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 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 | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
