1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Eldorado | 190 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |