1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 7 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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |