1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Eldorado | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |