1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 15 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 389 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
