1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 395 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Probe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
