1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 1980 Bitter SC 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 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Bitter SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Bitter |
Model | Eldorado | SC |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |