1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 17 more horse power than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 446 kg more than 1980 Lotus Eclat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat 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 Lotus Eclat. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Eclat. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Eclat. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Eldorado | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
