2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 738 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
