2005 Acura EL vs. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 18 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | EL | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
