1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 267 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |