1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 938 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Europa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
