1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Eldorado 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 29 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Ranger |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |