1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Eldorado | X90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
