1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 830 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1979 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1979 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Cadillac | Innocenti |
Model | Eldorado | Mini |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2050 mm |