1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 25 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 715 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Eldorado | Equator |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |