1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 68 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Eldorado | Avensis |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |