1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Eldorado | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
