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Cadillac Eldorado X 4.1 V8 (137 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Cadillac Eldorado:
The Cadillac Eldorado is a luxury car manufactured and marketed by the Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors from 1952 until 2002, over twelve generations.
The Eldorado was at or near the top of the Cadillac product line. The original 1953 Eldorado convertible and the Eldorado Brougham models of 1957–1960 had distinct bodyshells and were the most expensive models offered by Cadillac during those years. The Eldorado was never less than second in price after the Cadillac Series 75 limousine until 1966. Beginning in 1967, the Eldorado retained its premium position in the Cadillac price structure, but was manufactured in high volumes on a unique, two-door personal luxury car platform....(Read more on Wikipedia)
X Overview:
Cadillac Eldorado (X). With 271 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1700 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Euro NCAP testing did not exist for vehicles produced in 1981. Safety standards of the era were significantly different from modern vehicles, focusing on structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
4.1 V8 (137 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A smaller V8 that, despite its lower displacement, delivers comparable power to the larger 6.0L, making it feel somewhat more responsive. However, this engine (HT4100) is notoriously prone to reliability issues.
Fuel Economy
Potentially the most 'economical' of the V8 options, but still far from modern efficiency standards. Its main concern is not fuel, but long-term durability.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and smooth cruising ability
- • Spacious and luxurious interior for its time
- • Distinctive and iconic American luxury styling
- • Strong historical and classic car appeal
- • Hydra-Matic transmissions known for smoothness
Cons:
- • Generally underpowered engines for their displacement
- • Very poor fuel economy across the lineup
- • Notorious reliability issues with the 4.1L HT4100 V8 engine
- • Dated technology and safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Large exterior dimensions make it less agile in urban environments
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(X: 1982 - 1982).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | Eldorado |
| Generation: | X |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.1 V8 (137 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 137 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 33.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 271 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LT8 [Same engine] More details about the engine LT8 |
| Engine displacement: | 4087 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1700 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5194 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1793 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1402 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2895 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/75 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm, Coil spring |
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