1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Eldorado | xD |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
